mama

for my mama

Mama I almost thought I raised myself
and gave credit for me to somebody else
I forgot that I cried on your shoulder
but i'm grateful now that i'm older
mama you're the spirit that moves me
for you i'll be the best I can be
always giving and never getting much at all
I hope you like it that i've written you a song
you taught me how to keep the wolves at bay
I thank you for all of my days
I really thought you should know
i'm proud of you and I love you so


december 25 1981